In her next stage she uses less water with local color. Then she attaches the shadows to the shapes to unify the whole and strengthen the painting. She adjusts the values all the way through: back and forth, forth and back. All the time.

Stay tuned to your NESBA email from Joan for more detailed notes on the presentation.

Update: Marla Greenfield finished the orchid painting she started with NESBA
members and posted it on her facebook page. See that plus all the rest of the
fabulous paintings she's finished. Such an inspiration for both her skills and
dedication to her art.